Lifeguard – Popham Beach State Park

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*Season: 01720-6481 – 11 Weeks (approximately 06/08/2025 to 08/23/2025)

The Department of Agriculture, jobshiringnearme.org and Forestry, Bureau of Parks and Lands Division, is recruiting to fill a Seasonal Full Time Lifeguard position (11 weeks) located at Popham Beach State Park in Phippsburg, ME.

BRIEF JOB DESCRIPTION: This is protective services work at state park beaches with responsibility for the protection and safety of visitors at the swimming facilities. An important feature of this work is recognizing potential dangers and hazards that an individual may be placed in and correcting the situation to prevent an accident or drowning. Work is performed under immediate supervision with the incumbent applying clear rules and guidelines independently.

For questions specific to the position, please contact, Haylee Parsons, at (207) 371-2303 or by e-mail at Haylee.Parsons@maine.gov

 Since many of our parks are seasonal, park staff may not be available to take your call during the early spring months. If you are unable to contact the park manager at a park; please contact Gary Best at (207) 215-6351 or by e-mail at Gary.Best@maine.gov

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Sixteen (16) years of age and successful completion of Lifeguard Competency Test.

LICENSING/REGISTRATION/TRAINING REQUIREMENTS: (These must be met by all employees prior to attaining permanent status in this class): Possession of a current/valid Lifeguard Certification, current/valid Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Certification, and current/valid First Aid Certification; and successful completion of the Lifeguard Academy.

The following general information pertains to seasonal employment at Maine State Parks: 

  • Applicants must be 18 years of age or older (Lifeguards must be 16 or older)
  • Applicants must be U.S. Citizens or have legal authority to work in the U.S.
  • Housing is provided in the Penobscot River Corridor and the Allagash Wilderness Waterway.
  • In general, housing is not available at the other parks.
  • Most positions are scheduled to work 40 hours each week, with weekends and some holidays required.
  • Parks seasonal positions are required to wear uniforms which are provided by the agency.

A job offer to a new hire is conditional upon verification of credentials, criminal record, and driver’s license check if applicable. Three references must be made available at the interview to include at least one work-related reference. Anyone meeting the minimum qualifications of the position may apply. 

HOW TO APPLY

Apply online at https://mainebhr.hire.trakstar.com/jobs/fk0pimh/

To learn more about the Maine State Park jobs and see all the listings, visit: https://www.maine.gov/dacf/parks/get_involved/employment_opportunities.shtml

When you apply, please indicate that you are responding to the posting on jobshiringnearme.org Job Board.

HOW TO APPLY

Apply online at https://mainebhr.hire.trakstar.com/jobs/fk0pimh/

To learn more about the Maine State Park jobs and see all the listings, visit: https://www.maine.gov/dacf/parks/get_involved/employment_opportunities.shtml

When you apply, please indicate that you are responding to the posting on jobshiringnearme.org Job Board.

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